John Tamihere set to announce Auckland mayoralty bid tomorrow
Former Labour Party Minister John Tamihere will tomorrow unveil one of Auckland’s worst kept secrets – he’s putting his hand up be the
city’s next Mayor. The Waiparereira Trust chief executive, who is no stranger to controversy, hinted at the bid last year. He’s been in a bitter war with Auckland Council’s development agency, Panuku, over a housing development in South Auckland. He wants restrictions on the level of state housing in developments lifted. It’s understood councillor Christine Fletcher - and former mayor - will be his running mate. Current Mayor Phil Goff has yet to decide whether he’ll stand again, but is seriously considering it. He’ll make an announcement in February.
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Poll: Do you set New Year’s resolutions?
🎉 2026 is almost here!
We’re curious ... how do you welcome it?
Do you set resolutions, follow special traditions, or just go with the flow?
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10.6% Yes! New Year, New Me
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22.1% Yes - but I rarely stick to them
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67.3% Nah - not for me
Poll: 🗑️ Would you be keen to switch to a fortnightly rubbish collection, or do you prefer things as they are?
Aucklanders, our weekly rubbish collections are staying after councillors voted to scrap a proposed trial of fortnightly pick-ups.
We want to hear from you: would you be keen to switch to a fortnightly rubbish collection, or do you prefer things as they are?
Keen for the details? Read up about the scrapped collection trial here.
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84.6% Same!
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15.4% Would have liked to try something different
Elvis in the Park
Elvis in the Park. 11th January from 11am till 5pm. Cranwell Park in Henderson. Free Family day out. Check out the Classic Cars and Hot Rods. Bring your chairs, sun tan lotion, water, and your smile. We are celebrating Elvis' 91st Birthday. Any questions ph Jackie 0274901126. Park at Tui Glen as easy walk over bridge to Cranwell Park
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